When not in use

If you will not be using the TV set for several days, the TV set should be disconnected from the outlet for environmental and safety reasons. The TV set is not disconnected from the outlet when the TV set is switched off. To disconnect the TV set completely, pull the plug from the outlet. However, some TV sets may have features which need the TV set to be left in standby to work correctly. The instructions in this manual will inform you if this applies.

Continued

About the LCD projection TV
Although the LCD projection TV is made with highprecision technology, black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantly on the screen. This is a structural property of the panel and is not a malfunction. When High contrast non-moving images such as station logos and channel numbers are displayed for a long period of time, there may be some image retention on the screen. This is only a temporary condition. Turning off the power for a while or letting the TV run on another channel will eliminate the retained image. If direct sunlight or other strong illumination shines on the screen, part of the screen may appear white due to reflections from behind the screen. This is a structural property of the LCD projection TV. Do not expose the screen to direct illumination or sunlight.

About the AC power cord

The shape of AC plug varies, depending on the regions.

Projection lamp

Your LCD projection TV uses a projection lamp as its light source. It is time to replace the lamp with a new one (not supplied) when: the message, Projection lamp is nearing end of life. Please replace the lamp. appears on the screen, the lamp replacement indicator on the front panel blinks in red, screen images become dark, no image appears on the display after prolonged use. In rare instances, the bulb may pop inside the lamp unit, but the lamp unit is designed to contain all of broken glass pieces inside the lamp unit. (See Replacing the lamp on page 46.) When the lamp eventually burns out, you may hear a noticeable pop sound. This is normal and is inherent in this type of lamp. This televisions lamp contains mercury and should be disposed of properly. Consult your local authorities regarding safe disposal. If the lamp is broken during use, a small amount of mercury may be released. In this situation, move away from the product and ventilate the area. In case of accidental contact or inhalation, or if you feel unwell, consult a physician promptly.

Cooling fan

This LCD projection TV uses a cooling fan. You may hear some fan noise (depending on the placement of the LCD projection TV), which may be more noticeable during the night, or when ambient noise is particularly low. Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

wf DVD MENU (page 44)

Displays the menu of a DVD.

wg F1/F2 (page 45)

Selects the function of connected equipment.

wh PROG +/-/

(page 18)
In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel (page 18). In Text mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) page (page 19).

wj Colored buttons

In Text mode: Used for Fastext (page 19). wk

Screen mode (page 20)

Selects the type of the wide mode.

Surround (page 30)

Selects the surround sound effect.

Picture Freeze (page 19)

Freezes the current picture to display it on the left screen.
ea A/B/ Text enlarge In TV mode: Switches the sound between stereo and mono, or languages in bilingual programs (page 18). In Text mode: Switches the text size (page 19). Tip
The PROG+, H (Play), A/B and number 5 buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the TV.
Overview of the TV buttons and indicators

To open the panel

To open the front panel of your TV, push up the panel door just under the mark.

1 MENU (page 23)

Displays the TV menu.
Confirms the selection or setting. Selects the video equipment connected to the TVs video inputs.

) or right ( ).

Increases (+) or decreases (-) the volume. In TV menu: Moves through the options left (

4 PROG +/-/

In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel. In TV menu: Moves through the options up ( ) or down (

indicator (page 39)

Lights up in amber when the Sleep Timer/On Timer is set.

indicator

Flashes up in red when the lamp for the light source has burned out.
Flashes in green when the light source is preparing to turn on. Lights up in green when the TV is switched on. Lights up in red when the TV is in standby mode. When the lamp door or the lamp itself is not securely attached, the red indicator will continue to flash in intervals of three blinks at a time (page 47).

8 Remote control sensor

Point the remote here.

(page 15)

Switches the TV on or off. Continued

Projection Lamp

Your TV uses a projection lamp as its light source. As with any lamp, it has lifespan and needs to be replaced when the message, Projection lamp is nearing end of life. Please replace the lamp. appears on the screen, the lamp indicator flashes, or the screen becomes darker.
After turning on your TV, it may take a while (1 minute or less) before the picture appears. When the projection lamp wears out, the screen goes dark. Replace the lamp with a new Sony XL-2400 replacement lamp (not supplied). How to replace the lamp, see page 46. After lamp is replaced, please set the Lamp Replacement option in the Setup Settings (page 37).

Warning

The light emitted from the lamp is quite bright when your TV is in use. To avoid eye discomfort or injury, do not look into the light housing when the power is on.

To t1/3 (video input) L (MONO) (audio input) R (audio input)
Connect your antenna with the antenna cable (not supplied).
If connecting to an antenna only (A) Connect the male plug to the 8 VHF/UHF (antenna) jack on the rear of the TV.
Note that one end of the cable has a male plug fitted while the other end is fitted with a female jack. Do not connect the power cord until all other connections are complete; otherwise, a minimal current leakage through the antenna and/or other terminals to the ground could occur.

4: Switching on the TV

If connecting to a VCR with an antenna (B) Connect your antenna to the input jack on your VCR.
If you connect a monaural VCR, connect the yellow plug to t VIDEO (the yellow jack) and the black plug to AUDIO-L (MONO) (the white jack). If you connect a VCR to the 8 VHF/UHF (antenna) jack, preset the signal output from the VCR to the program number 0 on the TV. If the S video cable is connected to this TV and the VCR, the S video signal is automatically selected.
Connect the AC power cord to the AC power jack (220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz). Press 1 on the TV (front side).
When you switch on the TV for the first time, the language menu appears on the screen, then go to 5: Selecting the language on page 16. When the TV is in standby mode (1 indicator on the front of the TV is red), press TV +/1 on the remote to switch on the TV.

Connect your VCR.

Connect the output jack on your VCR to the input jack on the rear of the TV.
5: Selecting the language
When you switch on the TV for the first time, the language menu appears on the screen.
6: Auto-programming the TV
After selecting the language, a message confirming that the TV starts auto program appears on the screen. You must tune the TV to receive channels (TV broadcasts). Do the following to search and store all available channels.

M/m/</,

Press M/m/</, to select the language displayed on the menu screens, then press.

to select Yes.

The message confirming that the TV starts auto program appears on the screen, then go to 6: Autoprogramming the TV.
The TV starts searching for all available channels. This may take some time. Do not press any buttons on the TV or remote until it is completed. Once all available channels have been stored, the TV returns to normal operation, displaying the channel stored on channel number 1.
If you press any of the buttons during auto-programming, auto-programming operation is canceled. To perform autoprogramming again, activate Initial Reset in the Setup menu (page 38).
When a message appears for you to confirm the antenna connections No channels are found. Check all the antenna connections and press to start auto-program again.

For video input

Tools Menu Close Freeze Twin Picture Picture Sound Wide Mode Screen Shift Vertical Size

Video 3

Close Freeze Twin Picture Full Screen (Appears in Twin Picture mode and Freeze mode) Picture Sound Wide Mode Screen Shift Vertical Size
Close the Tools Menu. Freeze the screen (page 19). Display two screens (page 22). Returns to Full Screen.
HD/DVD 1 HD/DVD 2 HDMI PC
Video/Audio : (Rear) HDMI IN Audio : (Rear) L/R Video : (Rear) PC Audio : (Rear) PC (RGB)
To return to normal TV mode, press
Adjust picture (page 26). Adjust sound (page 29). Select the screen mode (page 20). Adjust the screen position by pressing </,/m/M (page 32). Adjust the picture size in vertical direction by pressing m/M (page 32). This menu appears only when the Zoom mode is selected.
To view the picture from the component input on the side panel, select Auto in Video2(Component) in Setup menu (page 37).

For PC input

Tools Menu Close Picture Sound Wide Mode

Twin Picture function

You can view two pictures (external input and TV program) on the screen simultaneously. This function is available when you view the picture from connected equipment. Connect the optional equipment (page 40), and make sure that images from the equipment appear on the screen (page 21).
Close Picture Sound Wide Mode
Close the Tools Menu. Adjust picture (page 26). Adjust sound (page 29). Select the screen mode.
This function is not available for a PC input source. You cannot change the window screen size of either picture.
Press M/m to select Twin Picture from the Tools menu, then press. The picture from the connected equipment is displayed on the left and the TV program is displayed on the right. To return to normal TV mode, press RETURN.
You can also return to normal TV mode by selecting Full Screen from the Tools menu. You can hear the audio from the picture framed in green. You can switch the picture to hear the sound from the other picture by pressing </,. You can switch the input source from the connected equipment by pressing on the left screen. You can select other TV channels by pressing the number buttons or PROG+/ on the right screen.

Navigating through menus

MENU allows you to enjoy various convenient features of this TV. You can easily select channels or inputs sources and change the settings for your TV.

to display the menu.

Description

TV List

Assigns a channel name of your choice up to five letters or numbers (page 34).

External Inputs

Selects equipment connected to your TV. To watch the desired external input, select the input source, then press. Assigns a label to your equipment or skip unused inputs (page 36).

Settings

Displays the Settings menu where most of the advanced settings and adjustments are performed (page 24). Note
The options you can adjust vary depending on the situation. Unavailable options are grayed out or not displayed.
Press M/m to highlight the option. Press to confirm a selected option.
. To exit the menu, press
Overview of the Settings menu options
The following options are available in each menu. Also, see page in parentheses for details of each menu. 4
Options for TV and video input
Program Auto Program (33) Manual Program (33)
Program/TV System/Fine/Skip/VHF Low/VHF High/UHF
1Digit Direct (34) Program Label (34) Program Block (34) Program Sorting (35) Picture Picture Mode (26) Reset (26) Advanced Iris (27) Picture/Brightness/Color/Hue (27) Color Temperature (27) Sharpness (27) Noise Reduction (28) DRC Mode (28) DRC Palette (28) Advanced Video (28)
Reset/Black Corrector/Gamma/Clear White/Live Color
Setup Game Mode (36) Video Label (36) Language (36) Video2(Component) (37) Image Shift (37) Cooling Mode (37) Lamp Replacement (37) Cinema Drive (37) Color System (38) Initial Reset (38) Timer Sleep Timer (39) On Timer (39)
Sound Sound Mode (29) Reset (29) Treble/Bass/Balance (29) Steady Sound (29) Volume Level (30) Effect (30) BBE (30) Speaker (30) Audio Out (30) Screen Wide Mode (31) Auto Wide (31) 4:3 Default (31) Display Area (32) Screen Shift (32) Vertical Size (32)

Options for PC input

PC input signal compatibility chart
Resolution Horizontal Vertical Horizontal (Pixel) VESA frequency frequency standard (kHz) (Hz) Vertical (Line)

Signal

720 400
31.5 31.5 37.9 48.4 47.4 47.8

-* -*

SVGA XGA

1024 768

Picture Display Mode (26) Reset (26) Advanced Iris (27) Picture/Brightness (27) Color Temperature (27)

WXGA 1280 768

* Corresponding to the VGA signal
This TVs PC input does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync. This TVs PC input does not support interlaced signals. When signals of a type of other than those in the above chart are input to this TV, the message Unsupported Signal is displayed. XGA and WXGA signals will be down-converted and displayed at an equivalent resolution level of SVGA signal.
Sound Sound Mode (29) Reset (29) Treble/Bass/Balance (29) Effect (30) Speaker (30) Audio Out (30) Screen Wide Mode (31) Auto Adjustment (32) Phase/Pitch (32) Horizontal Center/Vertical Center (32) Setup Power Management (36) Video Label (36) Language (36) Image Shift (37) Cooling Mode (37) Lamp Replacement (37)

Picture menu

You can select the options listed below on the Picture menu. To select options
. , then press , then press.
Press M/m to select Press M/m to select
Press M/m to highlight the option, then press
The available options differ depending on the Picture Mode setting and input source.
indicates the available options for TV. indicates the available options for video input. indicates the available options for PC input.

Picture Mode

Press M/m to select one of the following picture modes, then press
Vivid: Enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. Standard: Standard picture settings recommended for home entertainment. Custom: Professional monitor-like appearance settings. Tip
You can also change the picture mode by pressing repeatedly.

Display Mode

Selects the optimum display mode for video or text source.
Press M/m to select one of the following display modes, then press
Video: Optimized to view video images. Text: Optimized to view text, charts, or tables.
Resets the picture settings, except the Advanced Video setting, to the factory settings.
Press </, to select Ok, then press

Advanced Iris

By selecting the iris option, you can obtain the best brightness and contrast suited for your TV viewing.
Press M/m to select one of the following, then press
Auto1*: Recommended option for viewing programs that have larger variation in brightness from scene to scene. Auto2*: Recommended option for viewing programs that have less variation in brightness from scene to scene. High: With this option, the screen has maximum level of brightness. It is suitable for TV viewing in a brightly lit room. Medium: With this option, the brightness is about the standard level. Low: With this option, the screen is dimmed but contrast is at a maximum. It is suitable for TV viewing in a room with low lighting.

* Automatically detects the brightness of the screen. These options are best suited for programs such as movies that often change between bright scenes and low light setting scenes.
You cannot select an option other than Auto1 when Picture Mode in the Picture menu is set to Vivid. You cannot select Auto1 or Auto2 when Display Mode (only appears for PC input) in the Picture menu is set to Text.

Picture/Brightness

/Color/Hue
Picture increases picture contrast (the color becomes deeper), or decreases it (the color becomes softer). Brightness brightens or darkens the picture. Color increases or decreases color intensity. Hue increases or decreases the green tone.

to select the option.

Press M/m to set the level, then press
Hue cannot be adjusted on PAL or SECAM color system.

Color Temperature

Changes the color tone of the picture.
Cool: Gives the white colors a blue tint. Neutral: Gives the white colors a neutral tint. Warm1/Warm2: Gives the white colors a red tint. Warm2 is redder than Warm1. Tip
Warm1/Warm2 only appears and can be adjusted if Picture Mode is set to Custom.

Sharpness

Sharpens or softens the picture.
Press </, to set the level, then press

Noise Reduction

Reduces the picture noise (snowy picture) in a weak broadcast signal.
Auto: Automatically reduces the picture noise. High/Medium/Low: Modifies the effect of the noise reduction. Off: Turns off the noise reduction feature. Note
This option cannot be used in Twin Picture, Picture Freeze mode.

DRC Mode

Selects the density adjustment according to the source.
High Density: Creates a high-resolution picture with four times density. Recommended for high quality sources such as DVD. Progressive: Recommended for moving pictures. Off: Deactivates the DRC Mode. Notes
This option cannot be used in Twin Picture, Picture Freeze mode. This option cannot be used for 480p, 576p, 720p, and 1080i sources. This option cannot be used when Game Mode is On (page 36).

Decreases or increases the sound level.

Effect

Provides the surround sound effect.
TruSurround XT: Adds a surround effect based on TruSurrond technology (for stereo programs only). Dialog Clarity: Adds a sound effect that makes the human voice clearer. Simulated: Adds a surround-like effect to mono programs. Off: For normal stereo or mono reception. Tips
The simulated function is using SRS 3D Mono. You can also select the surround sound effect by pressing repeatedly.
Gives sound impact by compensating for the phase effects in speakers.
High: The sound is reproduced with more impact. Low: The sound is reproduced with impact. Off: For normal stereo or mono reception.

Speaker

Switches the TVs internal speakers on/off.
Press M/m to select On or Off, then press
On: The sound of the TV is output through the TVs speakers. Off: No sound is output through the TVs speakers. Select Off when you want to hear the sound only through the external audio equipment connected to the audio output jacks.

Audio Out

Sets the method used to adjust the volume from the connected audio system. This option can be selected only when Speaker is set to Off.
Variable: The audio output level from the connected audio system can be controlled by the TVs remote. Fixed: The audio volume is fixed on the TV. Adjust the volume (and the audio settings) on the audio system.

Screen menu

You can select the options listed below on the Screen menu. To select options
You cannot operate the Screen menu in Twin Picture or Picture Freeze mode.

Wide Mode

Selects the wide mode manually. For details about the wide mode, see page 20.
Press M/m to select Wide Zoom, Normal, Full or Zoom (see page 20 for details), then press.
You cannot select Normal when input signals are 720p/1080i/PC input (XGA/WXGA).
You can also select the wide mode manually by pressing repeatedly.

Auto Wide

Automatically changes the screen format according to the broadcast signal.
To keep your setting, select Off. Note
You cannot change Auto Wide setting when input signals are 720p/1080i.
Even if you have selected On or Off in Auto Wide, you can always modify the format of the screen by pressing repeatedly.

Follow the operation of 6: Auto-programming the TV (page 16).
When all available channels have been tuned in, the TV returns to normal operation.

Manual Program

Allows you to preset, adjust, skip, and tune in channels manually.
Press M/m to select one of the following options, then press

Option

Program TV System
Presets channels manually.
Press M/m to select Program, then press. Press M/m to select the program number you want to manually tune in, then press <. Press M/m to select TV System, then press. Press M/m to select the best received TV broadcast systems, then press <.
Repeat the procedure above to preset other channels manually.
Fine-tunes the selected program number manually if you feel that a slight tuning adjustment will improve the picture quality. (Normally, fine tuning is performed automatically.)
Press M/m to adjust the fine tuning, then press
To restore automatic fine tuning, select Auto.
Skips unused channels when you press PROG +/- to select channels. (You can still select a skipped channel using the number buttons.)
To restore a skipped channel, select Off. VHF Low/ VHF High/ UHF Tunes in a channel manually.
Press </, until the desired channels broadcast appears on the TV screen, then press.
The frequency range indication (VHF Low, VHF High, or UHF) switches automatically as you keep pressing </,.
If the TV reception is not satisfactory, adjust the above options.

1Digit Direct

Setting 1Digit Direct to On, you can switch the channel to the one assigned to a number button as soon as you press the button. To enjoy the benefit of this feature, assign the channels you frequently watch to the program positions which are equivalent to the number buttons using Program Sorting (page 35).
If there are many two-digit channels and you select them using the number buttons, select Off.

Program Label

Assigns a channel name of your choice up to five letters or numbers. The name will be displayed briefly on the screen when the channel is selected.

Program Block

Press M/m to select the channel you want to name. Press </, to select the position to input a character, M/m to select the desired letter or number. Repeat the procedure in step 2 until the name is complete, then press.
Blocks an individual channel from being watched.
Press M/m to select the channel you want to block, then press Press M/m to select Block, then press

To operate an AV Receiver/amplifier
activate the remote to operate AMP the amplifier turn on/off master volume select other input connected to the AV receiver/amplifier

PROG+/-, 0-9,

(using tuner)

"/1 2+/-, %

PROG+/- (during tape

playback)

Replacing the lamp
The projection lamp, which illuminates the picture, has a limited life. If the screen becomes dark, the color looks unusual, Projection lamp is nearing end of life. Please replace the lamp. appears on the screen, or the LAMP indicator on the front of the LCD projection TV flashes, it is time to replace the lamp with a new one (not supplied). This television uses a replaceable lamp as its light source. Over time, the screen will gradually grow darker as the lamp ages. Although rare, the lamp may make a small pop and will no longer light up. The lamp should be replaced after about 8,000 hours, which is the standard amount of time it takes for the lamp brightness to be reduced by half. Because the actual lamp life will vary depending on the operating conditions and environment, 8,000 hours is an estimate, not a guarantee. WARNING
Electric appliances can cause fire or high temperature, resulting in injury or death. Be sure to follow the instructions below. Use a Sony XL-2400 replacement lamp (not supplied) for replacement. Use of any other lamp may damage the LCD projection TV. Do not remove the lamp for any purpose other than replacement. Doing so may cause injury or fire. Do not put flammable materials and metal objects inside the lamp receptacle of the TV after removing the lamp. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock. Do not touch the lamp receptacle once the lamp has been removed. When the lamp eventually burns out, you may hear a noticeable pop sound. This is normal and it is inherent to this type of lamp. In rare instances, the bulb may pop inside the lamp unit, but the lamp unit is designed to contain all of the broken glass pieces inside the lamp unit.
Turn off the power on the main unit. Wait several minutes, then unplug the power cord. (The cooling fan will continue to blow for about two minutes after turning the power off.) Wait at least 30 minutes after unplugging the power cord to allow the lamp to cool down before replacing it. To avoid being burned, do not touch the lamp receptable once the lamp has been removed. Take the new lamp out of the box. Do not touch the glass portion of the new lamp.

When it is not flashing 1 Check the items in the tables, below. 2 If the problem still persists, have your TV serviced by qualified service personnel.

Picture

Problem
No picture (screen is dark) and no sound No picture or no menu information from equipment connected to the video input jack Distorted picture
Cause/Remedy Check the power cord, antenna, and VCR connection. The TV is not turned on. Press 1 on the TV (front side). If the 1 indicator lights up in red, press TV "/1. Check that the optional equipment is on and press / repeatedly until the correct input symbol is displayed on the screen. Check the connection between the optional equipment and the TV. Check if any connected optional equipment is installed in front of the TV or beside the TV. When installing optional equipment, leave some space between the optional equipment and the TV. When changing channels, turn off any equipment connected to the video input jack on the rear of the TV. Broadcast signals are too strong. Turn off or disconnect the booster if it is in use. Check antenna/cable connections. Check the antenna location and direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice. Set Image Shift to an appropriate value. The default setting is Auto. If doubled images appear with Auto, select the best value from 1 to 4 (see page 37). Broadcast signals are reflected by nearby mountains or building. Use the fine tuning (Fine) function (page 33). Otherwise, use a highly direction antenna. Use of a booster is inappropriate. Turn off or disconnect the booster if it is in use. The antenna connection is loose or the antenna cable is damaged. Check the cable and connection on the TV, VCR, and on the wall (page 14). Channel presetting is inappropriate or incomplete. Perform Manual Program in the Program menu to preset the channel again (page 33). The antenna type is inappropriate. Check the antenna type (VHF/UHF). Contact a Sony dealer for advice. The antenna direction needs adjustment. Adjust the antenna direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice. Signal transmission is low. Try using a booster.
Double images or ghosting
Snowy picture and noisy sound
Only snow and noise appear on the screen Picture noise (dotted lines or stripes)

Cause/Remedy Check if the antenna is broken or bent. Check if the antenna has reached the end of its serviceable life (three to five years in normal use, one to two years at the seaside). Keep the TV away from electrical noise sources such as cars, motorcycles, or hair-dryers, etc. Make sure that the antenna is connected using the antenna cable (not supplied). Keep the antenna cable away from other connecting cables. Do not use a 300-ohm twin lead cable as interference may occur. Adjust the antenna direction for the minimum interference. Contact a Sony dealer for advice. Select Manual Program in the Program menu and adjust Fine to obtain better picture reception (page 33). Select Noise Reduction in the Picture menu to reduce the noise in the picture (page 28). Video head interference. Keep your VCR away from the TV. Leave a space of 30 cm between your VCR and the TV to avoid noise. Avoid installing your VCR in front of the TV or beside the TV. The TV system setting is inappropriate. If the sound of all the channels are noisy, perform Auto Program in the Program menu to preset the channel again (page 33). If the sound of some channels is noisy, select the channel, then perform Manual Program in the Program menu, and select the appropriate TV system (TV System) (page 33). The volume level is too low. Press 2 + to increase the volume level. The sound is muted. Press %, or 2 + to cancel the muting. The broadcast signal has a transmission problem. Press A/B until a better sound is heard. Speaker is set to Off. Set to On in the Sound menu (page 30). Mono is selected. Set to Auto by pressing A/B (page 19). The picture of a display unit is composed of pixels. Tiny black points and/or bright points (pixels) on the screen do not indicate a malfunction. The color intensity setting is too low. Select Color in the Picture menu to adjust the color intensity (page 27). The color system setting is inappropriate. Select Color System in the Setup menu to select a correct color system (page 38). Usually set this to Auto. The antenna direction needs adjustment. Adjust the antenna direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice. Select Reset in the Picture menu to return to the factory settings (page 26). There is interference from external sources, e.g., heavy machineries, broadcast station nearby. Use the fine tuning (Fine) function (page 33). Check the connection of the Y, PB/CB, PR/CR jacks of 1, 2. Make sure that the Y, PB/CB, PR/CR plugs of 1, 2 are firmly seated in their respective jacks.

Cause/Remedy Check that the remote is set correctly for the equipment you are using (VCR, TV, or DVD). If the remote does not operate the VCR or DVD even when the remote has been set correctly to VCR or DVD, enter the necessary code set as explained in Programming the remote (page 43). Replace the batteries. Check to see if the TV power is off. Replace the lamp (page 46). It is time for you to replace the projection lamp used in you TV. Replace the lamp (page 46). The TV cools down its projection lamp when the power is turned off. It takes up to two minutes for the picture to come back after the TV is turned on again. Wait for a while until the picture comes back. If the High Temperature Warning! message appears, turn off the TV and wait until the TVs projection lamp cools down (approximately 5 minutes). If the remote control still does not work, make sure to dust the ventilation slots on the rear of the TV and the cooling fan to provide adequate ventilation around the TV. During a transition between two programs, the TV detects the optimum wide screen mode. During this period, an irregular wide screen mode may appear. The wide mode is switched automatically according to the revised signal with a Wide ID signal. The Auto Wide feature stops working temporarily when you press , and resumes after a while. To fix in the manually selected wide screen mode, set Auto Wide to Off in the Screen menu (page 31). The channel carries no Teletext broadcast.
The LAMP indicator blinks in red Projection lamp is nearing end of life. Please replace the lamp. message appears The TV does not turn on
The wide screen mode changes spontaneously when Auto Wide is On
100 appears at the top of the screen after approximately 10 seconds and there is no teletext display Teletext display is incomplete (snowy picture or double images)
Your area may not be able to receive Teletext. Teletext is displayed only in the area that is covered by Teletext services. The antenna connection is loose or the antenna cable is damaged. Check the cable and connection on the TV, VCR, and on the wall (page 14). The antenna direction needs adjustment. Adjust the antenna direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice. Signal transmission is too low. Try using a booster. Otherwise, use the fine tuning (Fine) function (page 33). Some shooting games which involve pointing a light beam at the TV screen with an electronic gun or rifle cannot be used with your TV. For details, see the instruction manual supplied with the video game software. Changes in room temperature sometimes make the TV cabinet expand or contract, causing a noise. This does not indicate a malfunction. This is the same static discharge that is felt when touching metal door handles or car doors especially when the air is dry, for example in winter. This does not indicate a malfunction.

Please use this claim to submit for reimbursement of out-of-pocket television optical block repair costs on covered models KDF-46E2000, KDF-50E2000, KDF55E2000, KF-42E200A and KF-50E200A Microdisplay Rear Projection televisions (the Television or Televisions). You must provide BOTH a copy of your purchase receipt of a Television and an optical block service receipt dated on or before February 28, 2009. Incomplete information or claims will not be processed. For cheque delivery by mail, please allow 8-10 weeks following Sonys receipt of a properly completed claim form. Replacement of rear projection lamps or other parts are not covered by this program. All submissions must be postmarked no later than April 15, 2009. Offer limited to Canadian resident end users who paid out-of pocket fees for optical block estimates and/or repairs and is limited to costs of optical block and labour expenses to replace it. Submitted materials become Sonys property and will not be returned. Delivery to P.O. Boxes will not be accepted. Sony reserves the right to request additional information to validate a claim, making it subject to applicable postal regulations. In consideration for Sony making this offer and by your claim submission, you agree to release Sony of Canada Ltd., and its affiliates, including Sony Electronics Inc. and Sony Corporation (Japan), from any and all claims for damages, loss, cost, expense or liability both known and unknown, which you may have incurred in connection with the optical block of your Television. Offer available to end user consumers only and is not transferable. Offer is not available to providers, obligors, underwriters, or administrators of performance service plans, buyer protection plans, or other warranty or extended warranty programs. This offer is not part of the Sony limited warranty and all other terms of the Sony limited warranty continue to apply. Customer Information Name:_______________________________________________________________________________ Address:______________________________________________________________________________ City: ________________________________ Province: ______________ Postal Code: ____________________ Phone: _______________________________________________________________________________ TV Model Information Sony TV Model Number: _________________________________________________________________ Sony Serial Number (located on the back of the TV): __________________________________________ Example:
Date of Purchase: _____________________ Retailer Where Purchased: ___________________________ Service Information Name of Servicer: ______________________________________________________________________ Date of Service: ________________________________________________________________________ Cost of Repair/Service Evaluation (dollars): Evaluation fee: $____________ Parts: $___________________ Labour: $___________________ Total: $________________ Description of Repair / Other Information: ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ I do not wish to receive information from Sony about products, services, premium programs, contests and offerings that may be of interest to me. You must include all three of the following:: (1) Copy of Purchase Receipt (2) Copy of Service Receipt (dated on or before February 28, 2009) (3) This Completed Form CLAIM FORM SUBMISSION MUST BE POSTMARKED BY April 15, 2009 Mail this completed form to: Sony of Canada Ltd. Attn: NSP TV Program/Customer Information Centre 115 Gordon Baker Road Toronto ON M2H 3R6